2017 Lincoln MKZ Technical Service Bulletins

222 technical service bulletins (TSBs) are on record for the 2017 Lincoln MKZ. TSBs are notes manufacturers send to dealers about repair procedures for issues seen in the field. They are not recalls and do not by themselves mean a vehicle has a fault.

• 10119678Sep 21, 2017Electrical system. Some 2016-2017 Ford and Lincoln vehicles with SYNC 3 may exhibit an intermittent blue or black screen. Check for SYNC software update under the OASIS Tab SYNC selection. If update is available refer to WSM, Section 415-00 and update APIM software. After Installation Complete pop-up appears, remove USB flash drive and install into IDS tool to update Ford database. Perform a complete ignition cycle by turning the key…
• 10119671Sep 13, 2017Engine. 2017 vehicles equipped with a 2.0L GTDI, 2.3L GTDI, or 2.5L PFI engine will either be equipped with a diamond washer on each side of a smooth-faced crankshaft timing sprocket (early build), or a crankshaft timing sprocket with laser etched faces and no diamond washers (late build). If equipped, diamond washers should be cleaned, inspected and reused, if undamaged. Diamond washers should never be installed along…
• 10119669Sep 13, 2017Electrical system. Some 2016-2017 Ford and Lincoln vehicles equipped with SYNC 3 version 2.2 software may exhibit a blank screen after attempting to exit Valet mode. To recover the screen, perform a complete ignition cycle (key off, open and close the driver's door then wait 5 minutes). The SYNC software version of the vehicle can be confirmed via OASIS. Do not attempt any repairs at this time. Engineering is investigating; Monitor…
• 10119668Sep 12, 2017Equipment, Brakes. Some 2017 Fusion Energi Plug-In Hybrid and MKZ Hybrid vehicles built on or before 20-Apr-2017 may exhibit a brake moan noise from the rear when backing up on the first application in the morning. To resolve this concern, replace the rear brake pads with a new brake pad kit part number DG9Z-2200-R. The brake pad kit contains a unique grease packet which must be used in conjunction with the new brake pads to resolve…
• 10119667Sep 12, 2017Brakes. Some 2017 Fusion vehicles equipped with 2.7L and MKZ vehicles equipped with 2.0L or 3.0L Ecoboost vehicles may exhibit a brake moan noise from the rear when backing up on the first application in the morning. To resolve this concern, replace the rear brake pads with a new brake pad kit part number DG9Z-2200-R. The brake pad kit contains a unique grease packet which must be used in conjunction with the new brake…
• 10115953Jul 14, 2017Equipment. Some 2013-2017 Edge/MKX/Escape/MKC/Fusion/MKZ/Flex/MKT/Mondeo/Kuga/EcoSport AWD vehicles where diagnosis leads to a RDU clutch issue, a rear drive unit (RDU) service kit is available. Use the vehicle identification number (VIN) in the parts catalog to look for base part 4A232. If clutch assembly (base 4A232) is not listed in the catalog, this message does not apply. For vehicle repairs refer to updated Workshop…
• 10115952Jul 14, 2017Electrical system. Some 2016-2017 Ford/Lincoln vehicles SYNC 3 may exhibit an intermittent blank screen. Check for SYNC software update under the OASIS Tab SYNC selection. If update is available refer to WSM, Section 415-00 and update APIM software. During the update process the SYNC status bar shows Updating System Software for approximately 30 minutes. After Installation Complete pop-up appears, remove USB flash drive and install…
• 10115951Jul 7, 2017Electrical system. Some 2017 MKZ and Fusion vehicles equipped with memory seats and built on or before 3-Jun-2016 may exhibit a discharged battery or a battery drain condition. Before performing normal diagnostics, reprogram the driver door module (DDM) to the latest calibration using the Integrated Diagnostic System (IDS) version 106.01 or higher. Make sure you are connected to the internet when entering module programming to obtain…
• 10115950Jul 7, 2017Engine, Electrical system. Some 2017 Continental/MKZ vehicles equipped with 3.0L engine and all-wheel drive (AWD), built on or before 12-May-2017 may exhibit an all-wheel drive malfunction warning message/wrench light along with DTC U2008 that occurs when using a conveyor type car wash. Connect the Ford Integrated Diagnostic System (IDS) or equivalent and check the AWD module for DTCs. If DTC U2008 is stored, then reprogram the AWD module to…
• 10115949Jul 7, 2017Body and structure, Electrical system. Some 2017 Fusion and MKZ vehicles built on or before 18-Feb-2017 and Continental vehicles may exhibit front windows that fail to open or close completely, bounce back, and/or have a complete loss of the one-touch feature. Reprogram the driver door module (DDM) and/or the passenger door module (PDM) to the latest calibration using IDS version 106.02 or higher. Make sure you are connected to the internet when…
• 10109022Apr 26, 2017Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors), Equipment. Some 2017 Fusion and MKZ vehicles built on 01-Nov-2016 and through 15-Mar-2017 may exhibit front windows that fail to open or close completely, bounce back, and/or have a complete loss of the one-touch feature. Reprogram the driver door module (DDM) and/or the passenger door module (PDM) to the latest calibration using IDS version 104.04 or higher. Make sure you are connected to the internet when entering module…
• 10109002Apr 21, 2017Engine, Transmission and drivetrain. Some 2017 C-MAX/Fusion Hybrid/Energi and MKZ Hybrid vehicles may exhibit an illuminated MIL with DTC P0071 stored in the powertrain control module (PCM). This DTC can be set after the vehicle is stored inside a warm location for several hours and then driven on a cold day. Under these conditions the PCM may see a temperature sensor concern when it first compares the ambient air temperature (AAT) sensor to other…
• 10108997Apr 20, 2017Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors). Some 2013-2014 Fusion and 2013-2017 MKZ vehicles may exhibit unintended exterior mirror movement in wet weather conditions due to moisture in the exterior mirror connector. Follow the Service Procedure steps to correct the condition.
• 10109016Apr 13, 2017Equipment, Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors). Some 2017 MKZ and Fusion vehicle built on or before 30-Oct-2016, and Continental vehicles may exhibit window bounce back when using the one-touch feature and/or a loss of window one-touch up functionality. Perform the Integrated Diagnostic System (IDS) power door window initialization procedure. The learn procedure is available on IDS software version 104.02 or later. Access to this IDS learn procedure is available…
• 10109008Apr 5, 2017Electrical system. Some 2017 Fusion and MKZ vehicles may exhibit an illuminated MIL with DTC P068A. Address any additional DTCs first. This DTC can set when battery voltage is low or a battery drain condition exits. The root cause of the low battery condition must be identified and corrected before addressing DTC P068A. Refer to Powertrain Control Emissions Diagnosis Manual (PC/ED) for further diagnosis. Review OASIS for other…
• 10109006Apr 4, 2017Exterior lighting, Electrical system. Some 2017 MKZ vehicles may exhibit a check headlamp message displayed in IPC after a remote start event and may also exhibit Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTC): U0401, U0253, and/or U0155 in the Headlamp Control Module (HCM). Reprogram the HCM to the latest calibration using the Integrated Diagnostic System (IDS) release 104.05 or higher. Make sure you are connected to the internet when entering module programming to…
• 10100510Mar 28, 2017Latches, locks and linkages, Equipment. Some 2017 fusion and mkz vehicles built on or after 01-nov-2016 may exhibit a front window that bounces back and does not close when using the one-touch up feature. Reprogram the driver door module (ddm) to the latest calibration using the integrated diagnostic system (ids) version 104.04 or higher. Make sure you are connected to the internet when entering module programming to obtain the latest updates…
• 10100508Mar 23, 2017Electrical system. Some 2016-2017 ford or lincoln vehicles equipped with sync 3 may exhibit a blank screen or other various sync symptoms only when the vehicle is in transport mode. This is considered normal due to the power saving features enabled while in transport mode. It is beneficial for battery life to keep the vehicle in transport mode until the vehicle is prepped for sale.
• 10100082Mar 16, 2017Transmission and drivetrain. The 2017 powertrain control/emissions diagnosis (pc/ed) manual has been revised for diagnosing electronic throttle body (etb). For all etb concerns, the appropriate diagnostic must be completed before throttle body replacement. If a concern is intermittent and no dtcs are present, refer to historical dtcs and the pc/ed, section 3 no dtcs present index chart for further information.
• 10100064Mar 16, 2017Equipment. Some 2017 fusion and mkz vehicles built on or after 01-nov-2016 may exhibit a front window that bounces back and does not close when using the one-touch up feature. Reprogram the driver door module (ddm) to the latest calibration using the integrated diagnostic system (ids) version 104.04 or higher. Make sure you are connected to the internet when entering module programming to obtain the latest updates…
• 10100024Mar 14, 2017Equipment. Some 2013-2017 c-max/fusion energi and 2017 c-max/fusion/mkz hybrid vehicles may exhibit an illuminated mil with diagnostic trouble code (dtc) p04b5. This may be due to inadvertent actuation of the fuel door release button by the customer when exiting the vehicle.
• 10099458Mar 14, 2017Equipment. Some vehicles may exhibit an illuminated mil with diagnostic trouble codes (dtcs) p0011, p0012, p0014, p0015, p0016, p0017, p0018, p0019, p0021, p0022, p0024 and/or p0025. This may be due to small debris causing the vct solenoid to stick. Before attempting any component diagnosis or replacement of the vct solenoid, refer to powertrain control and emissions diagnosis (pc/ed) pinpoint test hk11 to cycle the affected…
• 10099455Mar 9, 2017Electrical system. Some 2017 fusion, mkz, continental and mkx with an instrument panel center mounted speaker may exhibit no audio, navigation inoperative, inability to access audio features with all controls including steering wheel switches and voice commands with diagnostic trouble code (dtc) u0184. If unable to communicate with the audio control module (acm), remove the radio power fuse for 10 minutes to reset the acm.
• 10099451Mar 8, 2017Equipment. Some 2016-2017 f150, edge, mkx, escape, focus, mkc, fusion, mkz, taurus and 2017 continental vehicles equipped with 2.0l, 2.7l or 3.0l gasoline turbocharged direct injection(gtdi) ecoboost engines may exhibit malfunction indicator light(mil) on with diagnostic trouble codes(dtc) p1013, p1015 and/or p1016 stored in powertrain control module(pcm). Check turbocharger wastegate control hoses for water/ice restrictions…
• 10099450Mar 3, 2017Electrical system. Some 2017 fusion and mkz vehicles built on or before 23-dec-2016 may exhibit a discharged battery. A repetitive cycling noise similar to a cd ejecting noise may also be present. If excessive battery drain is present and eliminated with the radio battery power fuse removed, reprogram the audio control module (acm) to the latest calibration using the integrated diagnostic system (ids) release 104.03 or higher.
• 10095856Feb 23, 2017Electrical system. Some 2017 mkc vehicles equipped with all audio systems and 2017 escape vehicles with a sony audio system built on or before 23-dec-2016 may exhibit a discharged battery. A repetitive cycling noise similar to a cd ejecting noise may also be present. If excessive battery drain is present and eliminated with the radio battery power fuse removed, reprogram the audio control module (acm) to the latest calibration using…
• 10095855Feb 23, 2017Equipment, Engine. Some 2017 fusion hev/phev, c-max hev/phev, and mkz hev vehicles may exhibit an illuminated mil with dtc p0071 and/or degraded hvac performance in automatic mode only with an ambient temperature reading of 50 degrees f displayed in the message center. If after performing normal pinpoint test diagnosis, a component failure is not identified, do not continue with further diagnosis or part replacement.
• 10095853Feb 23, 2017Electrical system. Some 2017 mkz vehicles built on or before 1-sep-2016 may exhibit the interior courtesy lamps flickering. Reconfigure the body control module (bcm) using as-built programming. Make sure you are connected to the internet when entering module programming to obtain the latest data. For claiming, use causal part 15604 and applicable labor operations in section 10 of the service labor time standards (slts) manual.
• 10095845Feb 21, 2017Electrical system. Some 2017 fusion and mkz vehicles built on or before 23-dec-2016 may exhibit a discharged battery. A repetitive cycling noise similar to a cd ejecting noise may also be present. If excessive battery drain is present and eliminated with the radio battery power fuse removed, reprogram the audio control module (acm) to the latest calibration using the integrated diagnostic system (ids) release 104.02 or higher.
• 10095844Feb 21, 2017Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors). Some 2017 mkz, fusion, and continental vehicles may exhibit window bounce back when using the one-touch feature and/or a loss of window one-touch up functionality. Perform the integrated diagnostic system (ids) power door window initialization procedure. The learn procedure is available on ids software version 104.02 or later. Access to this ids learn procedure is available under toolbox / body / power window…
• 10095821Feb 17, 2017Brakes. Some 2017 mkz and fusion energi vehicles may exhibit a rear brake moan noise during first application typically in the morning after the vehicle has sat overnight. Engineering is aware and is currently investigating. No repairs should be attempted at this time. Monitor oasis for future updates.
• 10095781Feb 9, 2017Electrical system. Some 2012-2017 focus electric/2013-2017 cmax energi/fusion energi/2015-2017 mkc/mkz/2016-2017 mkx and 2017 continental vehicles operating with a 3g tcu on or before 16-jan-2017 may not respond to customers remote commands via mylincoln/myford mobile phone applications. 2g networks were decommissioned on 16-jan-2017. If the 3g tcu was operating on a 2g network, it will not automatically attempt to reconnect to the…
• 10095643Feb 7, 2017Engine cooling. Some 2017 mkz/continental/fusion vehicles equipped with the 2.7l/3.0l engine and built on or before 6-oct-2016 may exhibit a rough idle in neutral or park at normal operating temperature or after a hot restart, white or blue smoke from the exhaust, excessive oil consumption and/or an illuminated malfunction indicator lamp (mil) with diagnostic trouble codes (dtcs) p0300, p0301, p0302, p0303, p0304, p0305, p0306…
• 10095231Jan 30, 2017Equipment. Some 2017 mkz, fusion, and continental vehicles may exhibit window bounce back when using the one-touch feature and/or a loss of window one-touch up functionality. Perform the integrated diagnostic system (ids) power door window initialization procedure. The learn procedure is available on ids software version 103.05 or later. Access to this ids learn procedure is available under toolbox / body / power window…
• 10095216Jan 27, 2017Engine. When servicing a 2.7l or 3.0l ecoboost engine, if the crankshaft pulley is removed, correct reassembly is critical to prevent potential engine failure. This includes installing a new crankshaft pulley bolt and accurately performing each stage of the crankshaft pulley bolt torque sequence. Crankshaft pulley related workshop manual (wsm) procedure and recommended tool (otc 4754 or equivalent) information have been…
• 10095184Jan 24, 2017Equipment. Replacing the original equipment sync/navigation system with either an aftermarket sync/navigation kit or modifying original sync/navigation parts to provide additional features is not recommended nor supported on any ford, mercury or lincoln vehicle. Only approved genuine ford accessories or originally installed systems are supported and certified to function correctly with other vehicle systems.
• 10095154Jan 10, 2017Engine. To help differentiate engine oil leaks from other possible sources, a new white-colored fluorescent engine oil dye is available. Workshop manual (wsm), section 303-00 has been revised to reference the new white-colored dye. The new white fluorescent dye provides a distinct white glow to identify engine oil leaks. The new white fluorescent dye requires a pure uv diagnostic inspection lamp. The white-colored…
• 10094763Dec 23, 2016Equipment. Some 2017 fusion hev/phev, c-max hev/phev, and mkz hev vehicles may exhibit an illuminated mil with dtc p0071 and/or degraded hvac performance in automatic mode only with an ambient temperature reading of 50 degrees f displayed in the message center. If after performing normal pinpoint test diagnosis, a component failure is not identified, do not continue with further diagnosis or part replacement.
• 10094643Dec 22, 2016Engine. Some 2015-2017 edge/mkx, escape/mkc, fusion/mkz and explorer vehicles equipped with a 2.0l or 2.3l may exhibit damage to the engine appearance cover, valve cover and/or intake manifold when attempting to remove the appearance cover. To reduce the possibility of damage, carefully pull straight upward on the underside of the cover at each fastener location to remove. Do not pull the cover forward or to the side.
• 10094625Dec 14, 2016Transmission and drivetrain. The 2017 powertrain control/emissions diagnosis (pc/ed) manual has been revised for diagnosing electronic throttle bodies (etbs). For all etb concerns, the appropriate diagnostic must be completed before throttle body replacement. If a concern is intermittent and no dtcs are present, refer to historical dtcs and the pc/ed, section 3 no dtcs present index chart for further information.
• 10094621Dec 14, 2016Transmission and drivetrain. Some 2017 mkz vehicles may exhibit a check headlamp message after a remote start event and may also exhibit diagnostic trouble codes (dtc): u0401, u0253, and/or u0155. Engineering is currently investigating this concern. No repairs should be attempted at this time. Monitor the on-line automotive service information system (oasis) for updates.
• 10095972Nov 2, 2016Engine. Some 2015-2017 f-150, 2016 mkx, 2015 edge, 2017 fusion, mkz and continental vehicles equipped with a 2.7l/3.0l engine may appear to have low engine oil level if the proper procedures are not followed. Refer to the owners guide, maintenance, engine oil check section. When checking the engine oil level after shutting off the engine wait at least 15 minutes prior to checking in order to allow the oil to drain back to…
• 10091126Oct 27, 2016Equipment. The 2017 powertrain control/emissions diagnosis (pc/ed) manual has been revised for diagnosing electronic throttle bodies (etbs). For all etb concerns, the appropriate diagnostic must be completed before throttle body replacement. If a concern is intermittent and no dtcs are present, refer to historical dtcs and the pc/ed, section 3 no dtcs present index chart for further information.
• 10091124Oct 26, 2016Equipment. Some 2015-2017 mkc, 2016 mkx, and 2016-2017 mkz vehicles equipped with a telematics control unit (tcu) built on or before 19-oct-2016 may exhibit loss of functionality of remote features via the mylincoln mobile application. To correct the condition, program the tcu to the latest calibration using ids version 102.03 or higher. Make sure you are connected to the internet when entering module programming to obtain…
• 10091003Oct 26, 2016Tires. Setting the correct tire inflation pressure is an important step in the pre-delivery process and during routine maintenance intervals. Recent customer clinics revealed that most every vehicle in the clinics had the tire pressures set incorrectly. Tire pressures from the factory are not set to the correct specification. Maintaining the correct tire pressure is key to the ride characteristics of the vehicle and…
• 10090990Oct 26, 2016Equipment. Some 2016-2017 ford and lincoln vehicles equipped with sync 3 and navigation may exhibit a condition in which the siriusxm traffic listing is not loading but all remaining travel link features operate properly. Siriusxm traffic is only available on vehicles equipped with navigation, only in select markets and requires an active subscription to siriusxm traffic information. If siriusxm traffic will not load attempt…
• 10090987Oct 21, 2016Fuel system, Other or unknown, Electrical system. Some 2017 mkz vehicles built on or before 20-sep-2016 may exhibit an inaccurate fuel gauge reading, erratic fuel gauge reading, inaccurate distance to empty, and/or a fuel gauge that drops fast after a refueling event, with no diagnostic trouble codes (dtcs) stored in powertrain control module (pcm). Reprogram the instrument panel cluster (ipc) using only the as-built data method. Clear all dtcs after programming.
• 10091151Oct 17, 2016Brakes. Some 2008-2017 ford/mercury/lincoln vehicles equipped with sync may generate a vhr that identifies a concern with the brakes and suspension category indicating service is required due to a brake system warning lamp being illuminated. If the park brake was applied when the vhr was gathering data from the major vehicle systems, the brakes and suspension message will be reported as the vhr looks for any warning lamps…
• 10090681Oct 17, 2016Brakes. Some 2008-2017 ford/mercury/lincoln vehicles equipped with sync may generate a vhr that identifies a concern with the brakes and suspension category indicating service is required due to a brake system warning lamp being illuminated. If the park brake was applied when the vhr was gathering data from the major vehicle systems, the brakes and suspension message will be reported as the vhr looks for any warning lamps…
• 10090670Oct 14, 2016Electrical system. Some 2017 mkz and fusion vehicles equipped with memory seats and built on or before 6/3/2016 may exhibit a discharged battery or a battery drain condition. Before performing normal diagnostics, reprogram the driver door module (ddm) to the latest calibration using the integrated diagnostic system (ids) version 102.02 or higher. Make sure you are connected to the internet when entering module programming to obtain…

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